SWIFT/BIC code SKADDK21XXX
SKADDK21XXX belongs to Skandia in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SKADDK21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SKADDK21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Skandia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Copenhagen |
| Country | Denmark |
The way the Skandia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SKAD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code SKADDK21XXX?
SKADDK21XXX identifies the main office of Skandia in Copenhagen, Denmark. Use it when a payment to Skandia does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Skandia in Denmark?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Danish Krone with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Skandia use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SKADDK21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Skandia in Denmark, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in SKADDK21XXX stand for?
SKAD is the institution code of Skandia, DK stands for Denmark, 21 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use SKADDK21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SKADDK21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need SKADDK21XXX to send euros to Denmark?
Denmark belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SKADDK21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.